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Ames High's Debate team at a tournament.
Ames High’s Debate Program Faces Uncertainty
A person holds up a sign that reads, "Protect Trans Kids." Transgender students have felt increasingly targeted by legislation that limits their rights. Photo licensed through creative commons.
Iowa Becomes First State to Remove Gender Identity as a Protected Class
Piece and Freedom Bakery's menu hangs above the store's front counter. The bakery aims to bring a taste of Ukraine to Ames.
Piece and Freedom Bakery Brings a Piece of Ukraine to Ames
A desk in one of the AMES Center's therapeutic classrooms. The chairs are made of plastic and extremely heavy, one of the room's features meant to foster a safer learning environment for the students it serves.
AMES Center Provides New Opportunities to Students Amid Confusion Regarding Center’s Purpose
Students and family members explore various cultural booths at the Ames High Culture Fair.
The Return of Ames High’s Culture Fair
Ames High's Debate team at a tournament.
Ames High’s Debate Program Faces Uncertainty
A collage of some of my favorite moments from this year on The Web.
A Final Farewell
Piece and Freedom Bakery's menu hangs above the store's front counter. The bakery aims to bring a taste of Ukraine to Ames.
Piece and Freedom Bakery Brings a Piece of Ukraine to Ames
Here is me during the season, proudly representing Ames High, not just the school, but all of you, and everybody who proudly resides in this small city, at one of the biggest tournaments of the year, the Ed Winger Invite.
Senior Column: Be Grateful for Ames High
Fight the Long Defeat
Fight the Long Defeat
Fin DeLisi made his first appearance of his senior season versus Valley, the current (as of 5/6/25) #1 ranked team in 4A, where the Little Cyclones won 1-0, with DeLisi keeping a clean sheet.
It’s Been a Long Wait for DeLisi, But Now He Has His Shot
The Ames High Boys' Basketball team saw a great campaign end against the eventual champions Valley. The Little Cyclones lost a heartbreaker, wrapping up an incredible 21-3 season while being viewed as underdogs throughout the state of Iowa. Photo found via Luke Brekke's Instagram.
The True Definition of a Team: A Camaraderie of Selflessness Led to an Outstanding Season
Ames High cheerleaders performing at Wells Fargo. Photo by Ames High cheer coach.
Ames High 2025 All-State Cheerleaders
Jackson Winkey (left) and Cole Martin (right) are two of the key seniors leaving the program at the end of this year, the two are pictured celebrating Martin's semi-final appearance with Coach Andy Fecht (far right).
Pioneers, Record Breakers, Top Talents, and Stories of Growth Like No Other: The Wrestling Class of 2025
Ames High dance team poses at their annual showcase, held in the Ames gymnasium. Photo Credits to: Luis Rodriguez, Rodspecs Visuals.
It’s Not Just a Sport, It’s a Family
A person holds up a sign that reads, "Protect Trans Kids." Transgender students have felt increasingly targeted by legislation that limits their rights. Photo licensed through creative commons.
Iowa Becomes First State to Remove Gender Identity as a Protected Class
A collage of some of my favorite moments from this year on The Web.
A Final Farewell
Fight the Long Defeat
Fight the Long Defeat
A photo taken of me at prom in Des Moines in front of the Iowa state capitol. Senior year has made me realize how beautiful Iowa is, and has made me question my unrelenting desire to leave the state.
Love Iowa a Little More
Senior column: My final chapter (of high school)
Senior column: My final chapter (of high school)
You: an honest review of the final season
You: an honest review of the final season
Adolescence; Who’s At Fault For Failing Teens?
The WEB covered everything from sports to politics in an action-packed 2024-25 school year.
The WEB “Wrapped!”
What We're Listening To - May 2025
What We’re Listening To – May 2025
A Minecraft Movie Review
A Minecraft Movie Review
Winter Tidings
Winter Tidings
2019 October Comic
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Sarit Luban
May 21, 2007

New Wal-Mart is an unncessary evil

Sarit Luban
May 18, 2007

BaccalaureateNot completely interfaith

Sarit Luban
April 27, 2007

License plateH8 2 PRK

Sarit Luban
March 30, 2007

Keepin’ kosher cool

Sarit Luban
March 30, 2007

Senior One-ActsA fun tradition

Sarit Luban
March 30, 2007

Starbucks in Ames

Sarit Luban
March 8, 2007

Shins keep getting better

Sarit Luban
January 25, 2007

Movies + tuxedos = good times: Happy Feet hops into theaters with more style than Robbie Ribbit on a blind date (no, not a blind fruit)

Sarit Luban
December 14, 2006

Infinite Campus hurts students and makes parents too involved with grades

Sarit Luban
November 16, 2006

In the midst of conflict

Sarit Luban
October 20, 2006

Ames High Drama gets off to a comedic start: Murder By Indecision will be in the Ames High Auditorium on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 21, 22

Sarit Luban
October 19, 2006

Causin' a fuss, there goes the Poetry Bus

Sarit Luban
September 21, 2006

Students and administrators should just hold hands

Sarit Luban
May 23, 2006

Hunger strikes the halls of Ames High with varying results

Sarit Luban
May 23, 2006

Ames High boys’ soccer strives for sweet State success

Sarit Luban
May 1, 2006

"Youth" lacks originality, but still pretty bopppppppin'

Sarit Luban
May 1, 2006

Anti-abortion law passes, causes controversy

Sarit Luban
April 11, 2006

Environmental policies need a closer look

Sarit Luban
April 10, 2006

Ames High reacts to Acceptable Use Policy

Sarit Luban
March 2, 2006

Crush cansThe right way to celebrate V-Day

Sarit Luban
February 9, 2006
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